The global ePharmacy market is expected
to reach USD 109.2 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View
Research, Inc. The market is primarily driven by constant increase in the
number of internet users, improved access to web-based & online services,
and rapid increase in aging population who find it difficult to visit
pharmacies. Convenience, affordability, and ease in availability of medicines
are fueling market growth.
Increase in prevalence of
chronic conditions and diseases across the globe is resulting in constant
growth in demand for various drugs and healthcare products. High cost of
treatment is indicating the need to reduce health care cost. Online pharmacies
are gaining popularity owing to lucrative offers such as price discounts that
result in cost savings. In addition, increase in adoption of e-prescriptions in
hospitals and other healthcare facilities is further expected to boost growth.
High unmet needs of emerging
economies is one of the key driving factors. Government initiatives, increase
in investments, changing regulations, and increasing penetration of internet
and broadband in urban as well as rural areas are contributing to the growth of
the market. Many new players are entering the market as the healthcare sector
is offering huge potential to the online health retailers due to the ever
growing demand for healthcare products and services.
However, growth in illegal
online pharmacies is restraining the growth. These illegitimate websites may
offer counterfeit and unapproved drugs, which make people skeptical about
purchasing medicines online.
Further Key Findings From the Report Suggest:
- North America held majority of the share in
2016 due to increase in online purchases, growing elderly population, and
high adoption of IT in healthcare
- The U.S. is the largest market in North America
owing to the presence of various key players and a large tech-savvy
population
- Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest
growing segment due to the presence of emerging economies like China &
India and improving infrastructure
- Some of the key players are The Kroger Co.,
Walgreen Co.; Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.; CVS Health; Express Scripts Holding
Company; Giant Eagle, Inc.; DocMorris (Zur Rose Group); Rowlands Pharmacy;
and OptumRx, Inc.
Browse Details of Report @ https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/epharmacies-market